By Charles Mkoka
The Kidunda Dam project in Morogoro
has reached 21% completion, according to the Dar es Salaam Water and Sewerage
Authority (Dawasa). The Sh346 billion initiative is pivotal for stabilizing
water flows in the Ruvu River, which supplies over 90% of the water for Dar es
Salaam and the Coast regions.
Dawasa Acting CEO Eng. Mkama Bwire
announced that the dam, with a storage capacity of 190 million cubic meters, is
slated for completion by 2026. This development aims to address ongoing water
service challenges in the region.
Despite the expansion of the water
pipeline network, Eng. Bwire acknowledged persistent issues with continuous
water access for many Tanzanians. Additionally, he highlighted the lack of
comprehensive sewage networks in several regions.
A major wastewater management project
is underway in Mbezi Beach, funded by the World Bank. This Tsh 132 billion
initiative, which includes 101 wastewater pipes, is 55.4% complete and is
expected to be finished by February 2025.
In the coming months, Dawasa plans to
hire a contractor to upgrade the sewage system in the Ilala-Buguruni-Kariakoo
(Gerezani) area, replacing outdated infrastructure.
Eng. Bwire expressed confidence that
these challenges will be addressed as the government works to implement
effective policies and create a favorable environment for investors and
development partners. He also noted that the third phase of the Chalinze water
project has increased production capacity to 21.6 million liters per day.